Management (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780134527604
Author: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary A. Coulter
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter P2, Problem 21DQ
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To determine:
The impact of company using the term partners for its employees. Whether it matters how a company represents his employee in the industry.
Introduction:
The workers need to be motivated from time to time so that they work in an efficient and effective manner. When employees are motivated, they not only contribute towards attaining the overall mission of the company, but also assist in solving challenging problems, bring creativity and reduce costs.
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